Expression of Interest for Update - Transitioning Women Entrepreneurs From The Informal To The Formal Economy

Update - Transitioning Women Entrepreneurs From The Informal To The Formal Economy Affirmative Finance Action For Women In Africa (Afawa) The African Development Bank (The Bank) Plays A Catalytic Role In Accelerating Efforts To Address Gender Inequality And Drive Inclusive Economic Transformation For Women Across Africa Through Mainstreaming Gender In Its Operations And Implementing Targeted Initiatives Dedicated To African Women. To Further Push Forward The Agenda Of Gender Equality And Women’S Empowerment Across The Continent, The Bank Is Also Investing In Targeted Initiatives Through Specific Projects Specifically Designed To Impact Women Such As The Affirmative Finance Action For Women In Africa (Afawa), A Flagship Initiative That Specifically Focuses On Increasing Inclusive Finance For Women Entrepreneurs On The Continent. Afawa’S Primary Objective Is To Bridge The $42 Billion Finance Gap For Women Entepreneurs In Africa And To Unlock Their Entrepreneurial Capacity And Full Potential.